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AWS Cloud Engineer (Secret Clearance)

Improvix Technologies, Inc.

Job Title: Cloud Engineer

Location: Washington, DC (Onsite)
Clearance Required: Active Secret clearance

Overview

We are seeking a Cloud Automation Engineer with expertise in Amazon Web Services (AWS) . The ideal candidate will have strong skills in DevSecOps practices , with hands-on experience in infrastructure automation, configuration management, and CI/CD pipelines. You will be responsible for designing, building, and securing cloud environments that enable scalable, reliable, and secure business applications.

Key Responsibilities
  • Cloud Architecture & Automation
    • Design, implement, and manage cloud infrastructure across AWS.
    • Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform and Ansible .
    • Automate provisioning, configuration, and monitoring of cloud resources.
  • DevSecOps & CI/CD
    • Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines in GitLab with security and compliance integrated.
    • Implement DevSecOps practices to ensure secure, automated delivery of infrastructure and applications.
    • Integrate automated security scanning and compliance checks into pipelines.
  • Cloud Security & Compliance
    • Apply best practices in cloud security , IAM, network design, and data protection.
    • Collaborate with security teams to embed guardrails and ensure regulatory compliance.
    • Perform ongoing vulnerability assessments and remediation in AWS/GCP environments.
  • Collaboration & Support
    • Work closely with application teams, SREs, and platform engineers to provide scalable and reliable environments.
    • Troubleshoot cloud infrastructure issues and implement long-term fixes.
    • Mentor junior engineers and contribute to knowledge-sharing initiatives.
Required Skills & Experience
  • Cloud Platforms: Deep hands-on experience with AWS (compute, networking, IAM, storage, monitoring).
  • Automation Tools: Proficiency in Terraform and Ansible for infrastructure and configuration automation.
  • CI/CD Pipelines: Strong experience with GitLab CI/CD (runners, pipelines, security integrations).
  • DevSecOps Practices: Knowledge of container security, secrets management, compliance automation, and vulnerability scanning tools.
  • Programming/Scripting: Proficiency in Python, Bash, or similar scripting languages.
  • Monitoring & Logging: Familiarity with tools like Prometheus, Grafana, ELK/EFK, or cloud-native equivalents.
  • Security Mindset: Strong understanding of IAM, encryption, cloud security controls, and zero-trust principles .
Preferred Qualifications
  • Certifications such as AWS Solutions Architect, AWS DevOps Engineer, Google Professional Cloud Architect, or similar .
  • Experience with Kubernetes (GKE, EKS) and container orchestration.
  • Knowledge of multi-cloud strategies, networking, and hybrid cloud integration.
  • Exposure to policy-as-code frameworks (e.g., OPA, Sentinel)
Why Improvix

At Improvix Technologies , we don't just build systems - we build trust. Our engineers drive mission outcomes through innovation, precision, and a commitment to excellence.

We offer:
  • Competitive compensation and performance-based incentives
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Up to four weeks of paid annual leave
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
  • Life insurance, transit reimbursement, and professional development support

Join a collaborative, forward-thinking team where your expertise directly supports national missions - and your ideas drive real change.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Improvix Technologies, Inc. is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sexual orientation, religion, age, national origin, disability, or any other protected class.
U.S. citizenship is required for most positions.
Vacancy posted 4 days ago
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